PEScience Collagen Unflavored
Brand: PEScience · Form: POWDER [E0162] On Market
Our assessment
The evidence shows that the primary active ingredient in PEScience Collagen Unflavored is calcium. While calcium is essential for bone health, our assessment is that this product should be evaluated based on its calcium content and your individual dietary needs. Data not available for other specific collagen benefits or ingredients in this product.
How it works
Think of calcium as a structural foundation for your body. It supports bone mineralization and density, and also plays a key role in neuromuscular relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. If you are taking this supplement, the calcium it provides helps maintain these critical functions.
Safety profile
FDA received 592,059 total adverse event reports across all supplement categories. For calcium specifically, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer. High blood and urine levels of calcium can cause poor muscle tone, poor kidney function, low phosphate levels, constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent urination, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS]. Additionally, calcium can reduce the absorption of several medications, including bisphosphonates, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, levothyroxine, and phenytoin [NIH ODS].
Our recommendation
Our recommendation is to check your total daily calcium intake from all sources (food and supplements) before adding this product. The RDA for most adults is 1,000–1,200 mg daily. If you already consume adequate calcium from your diet, this supplement may not be necessary and could contribute to excessive intake. Consult your doctor or pharmacist to review any medications you take, as calcium can interfere with their absorption [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | PEScience |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 11.0 Ounce(s) 312.0 Gram(s) |
| Market Status | On Market |
How to Read This Label
Supplement labels contain several key sections regulated by the FDA:
- Serving Size — The recommended amount per dose. Always check this — some products require multiple capsules per serving.
- Amount Per Serving — Shows the quantity of each nutrient in the product, typically in IU (International Units), mg (milligrams), or mcg (micrograms).
- % Daily Value (%DV) — Indicates how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 5% DV or less is low; 20% DV or more is high.
- Other Ingredients — Lists inactive ingredients like fillers, binders, and capsule materials (e.g., gelatin, cellulose, magnesium stearate).
- Suggested Use — The manufacturer's recommended directions for taking the supplement, including timing and dosage.
Source: FDA Dietary Supplement Labeling Guide